30+ Autoimmune Paleo Holiday Recipes

Having an autoimmune paleo holiday can be difficult with all of the dietary restrictions. However, with so many incredible recipes out there, it’s possible to plan a great thanksgiving or christmas feast while still remaining totally AIP compliant.

I’ve was on the autoimmune paleo diet for a while and it made such a big difference in how I felt. It really helped settle my blood sugar fluctuations, helped with low energy from adrenal fatigue, improved my sleep and totally eliminated my sugar cravings.

Although some might decide not to be so strict during the holidays, I wanted to put this list together to give you the option to make an incredible AIP holiday meal if you want!

What is the Autoimmune Paleo Diet (AIP)?

The autoimmune paleo diet is a protocol that helps people with autoimmune disorders remove foods that can trigger flare ups and figure out food sensitivities. Learn more about the details of the AIP diet here.

Where to Get A Pasture Raised Turkey

Eating pasture-rasied meat is one of the best things you can do for you health. It has a much better nutritional profile than conventional meat and it is not inflammatory like factory farmed meat.

Find a local farmer that offers pasture raised turkeys from your local farmers market (see farmer’s markets in your area at Local Harvest). You can also look up local farms at the online database Eat Wild.

30+ Autoimmune Paleo Holiday Recipes

Main Dishes:

1. Classic Roast Turkey

Making a turkey for festive occasions can be rather stressful never mind taking special diets into consideration but with this recipe, you don’t have to worry! There are a few simple and helpful tips and an easy to follow recipe to keep your holiday dinner as stress-free as possible. Plus there are even ideas for how to use leftovers!

4. Slow Cooker Ham

Let the slow cooker do all the work with this delicious, juicy ham. It’s made with honey, rosemary and orange juice so it has all the delicious, festive flavors that we all love and it makes a great alternative to a regular turkey. Stree free, low prep and lots of flavor, what’s not to like?

Soups:

5. Creamy Root Vegetable Soup

This root vegetable soup is made with celery root (celeriac), parsnips and Japanese sweet potatoes. It’s creamy, comforting and has a delicious sweetness to it. This soup is great for festive occasions or after a long wintery walk when you need to warm up and get cozy!

7. Cauliflower Butternut Squash Soup

Squash soup is always a popular option during the festive season and for good reason! It’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory, it’s creamy and so warming and delicious. This version is made with fragrant sage leaves and topped with crispy bacon bits!

9. Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Squash & Apples

Delicious sides can be packed with flavor and be healthy too. This mix of roasted squash, sweet potatoes and apples is a great example of how simple a great side dish can be. It all made in one tray, mixed with sprigs of rosemary and it couldn’t be easier!

10. Harvest Vegetable Hash

A delicious mix of roasted veggies including sprouts, carrots, and sweet potatoes. It’s all tossed with crispy bacon and delicious herbs such as rosemary and sage. This is a side dish that’s packed with incredible flavor and won’t disappoint (even the sprout haters).

12. Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cauli Cream Sauce

13. Cranberry Sauce with Apples and Ginger

Cranberry sauce is a must, you can’t have a festive dinner without it on the table so why not make sure it has all the flavor we love but is healthy too! This version is packed with ginger, orange, apples and honey, so delicious!

14. Apple Cranberry Holiday Stuffing

A hearty and flavorful stuffing made with a cauliflower rice base. If you’re stuck in a rut with the same old boring stuffing recipe then this is sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces. Made with cranberries, sweet potato, garlic, rosemary and mushrooms!

15. AIP Thanksgiving Stuffing

The combination of the tender, sweet biscuits combined with the delicious celery, carrots, zucchini, fresh and dried herbs make this easy stuffing both healthy and tasty. Better yet it tastes even better the next day so it can be made in advance keeping prep on the big day as low as possible!

16. Brazilian Couve a Mineira (Garlicky Collard Greens)

These greens are anything but boring and they couldn’t be simpler to make! They’re made with garlic, a little salt and olive oil, that’s it. Sides don’t have to be complicated to be delicious and this recipe is a great example of that.

17. Cranberry Cherry Apple Sauce

A cranberry sauce with a delicious twist! This one is naturally sweetened and is packed full of juicy cherries, apples, cranberries and has a delicious hint of fruity orange and a festive cinnamon spice!

18. Mom’s Special Gravy

There’s no question that gravy is such an important element to a festive spread and this one will have everyone talking (maybe double the recipe). It’s made with leeks, apples, carrots, delicious chicken (or vegetable) broth and fragrant herbs such as rosemary, sage and thyme!

20. Apple Crisp

21. Pumpkin Fudge

A creamy, super sweet, melt in your mouth pumpkin fudge. If you don’t feel like a hearty or heavy dessert then this is the perfect treat for you! It also makes a perfect foodie gift for friends and family!

22. Pumpkin Spice Cake with Gingersnap Crust

Even on an autoimmune diet you can enjoy a super delicious pumpkin pie! This one is made with a ginger snap base and a creamy coconut, pumpkin filling and of course there’s the perfect amount of festive spices involved too!

25. Pumpkin Pie

You can’t have Thanksgiving without pie and when I say pie I mean pumpkin pie. This one is made with an exceptionally tasty crust and a creamy and delicious filling made without any egg or dairy. Everyone will love this!

26. Chewy Thin Ginger Cookies

Made with just enough ginger to warm your soul these thin and chewy cookies and so festive and delicious without being overly sweet either. Serve them as a sweet treat at a holiday dinner or give them our as a foodie gift!

27. Pear Upside Down Cake

28. Caramel Apple Parfaits

These caramel apple parfaits are such a warming treat. Made with juicy apples, cinnamon and maple syrup you can’t really go wrong here. The great thing is that they are served in individual portions so they’re perfect for entertaining!

29. Chewy Banana Spice Cookies

These chewy banana spice cookies are filled with festive flavors! Sweetened with bananas and cinnamon these cookies will fill your home with the most amazing festive smell and will go down a treat with the whole family!

30. Apple Pie

*omit allspice

Sweet apple pies made in mini form these are such a delicious treat and are perfect for festive occasions. They’re made with juicy chopped apples, cinnamon and mayple syrup. You can even get creative with pastry designs on top!

31. Blueberry Tart

32. Savory Breakfast Cookies

If you don’t have much of a sweet tooth then fear not. These savory cookies have a delicious rosemary flavor are so easy to make. A note to add is that they take around 45 minutes to bake in the oven but they are so worth the wait!

This post was originally published in November of 2014, but has been republished in November of 2018 to include new and improved autoimmune paleo recipes for the holidays.

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